UAE-based Hodler Investments has announced the launch of its ambitious $500 million Digital Energy Infrastructure (DEI) Fund. The fund, headquartered in Dubai Silicon Oasis, is set to target markets in the Middle East, Africa, and North America, with a clear focus on sustainable energy innovations.
Designed as a closed-ended investment vehicle, the DEI Fund aims to invest in utility-like assets and distributed energy infrastructure. Its mission is to transform the sector through advanced carbon capture, storage, and utilisation technologies, integrating these with cutting-edge computing applications.
Initial traction for the fund has been promising, with soft commitments reaching up to $100 million, subject to final regulatory approval. These commitments will be a mix of cash and in-kind contributions, with the latter expected to align with the overall capital contribution.
Mohamed El Masri, Managing Director of Hodler Investments said, “The Digital Energy Infrastructure Fund is a testament of our commitment to our mission, centered around the development of critical energy infrastructure for the advancement of the digital economy globally. We are proud to be leading this mission out of the UAE, building on the nation’s strategy to develop a digital economy while encompassing sustainability at the core. We are committed to contributing to energy security and reducing energy poverty.”
The fund is particularly interested in early-to-growth stage companies that drive fintech, web3, blockchain, and AI advancements. It also plans to invest in modern software technology firms to enhance digital infrastructure, aligning with its broader strategy of advancing sustainable energy solutions in response to global computing power demands.
Ahmed Ebrahim, Managing Director at Hodler Investments, added, “We are confident in our initiative to unlock natural wealth for all stakeholders including communities. The Digital Energy Infrastructure Fund is capitalizing on an existing pipeline of deals and projects that have been vetted by our qualified team of professionals backed by almost a decade of industry expertise and long-standing relationships with institutional stakeholders across the Middle East, Asia and North America”.
Hodler Investments is eager to leverage breakthrough technologies such as blockchain and AI to bolster energy infrastructure. The company believes that digital asset mining and efficient energy solutions will stabilise power grids and foster more equitable energy systems globally.
The DEI Fund will address the growing demand for computer clusters while adhering to environmental sustainability. By investing in modern technologies and digital infrastructure, the fund aims to bridge the gap between energy needs and sustainable practices.
To aid in the fund’s structuring and management, Hodler Investments has partnered with Ento Capital Management, based at DIFC. With Ento Capital’s extensive experience in asset management, the DEI Fund is well-positioned for a successful launch and operation.